Description
A creamy and cheesy dish that captures the beloved flavor and texture of Chick-fil-A’s mac and cheese, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Start by cooking the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until it reaches an al dente texture. Drain the macaroni and set it aside for later.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter is completely melted, add the cream cheese, stirring until it blends smoothly with the butter.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and optional paprika, which enhances the flavor profile and adds a hint of warmth. Continue stirring until all the spices are well combined.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and mix in the shredded sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Stir until the cheeses melt into a creamy sauce. Finally, fold in the cooked macaroni, ensuring that each piece is coated in the cheesy goodness before serving it warm.
Notes
For an even creamier texture, consider adding more cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg